In 2024, Windsor city council faced challenges such as Ottawa rejecting their bid for funding from the federal Housing Accelerator Fund, leading to a $30 million loss. Despite this setback, the council finalized its budget with a 3.91 percent property tax increase and announced the Housing Solutions Made for Windsor strategy. Additionally, the council passed the Strengthen the Core plan to revitalize downtown Windsor, allocating $1 million towards its implementation.
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These are 12 of the best new restaurants to open in B.C. in 2024
In 2024, the restaurant scene in Vancouver saw a mix of challenges and opportunities, with closures due to economic factors and the impact of COVID-19. Despite this, new restaurants like Amici Italian Wine Bar in Abbotsford, Elem in Vancouver, and Elio Volpe on West 17th Ave opened to offer unique dining experiences with a focus on local ingredients and creative menus curated by talented chefs. These establishments are contributing to the culinary landscape by bringing...
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